The Anonymous Widower

Can We Innovate Our Way Out Of Our Troubles?

One Of London’s biggest problems at the moment is the bridges across the Thames.

This article on the BBC is entitled London’s Bridges ‘Are The Capital’s Embarrassment’  and is typical of many.

Hammersmith Bridge is causing particular trouble and has been closed to all traffic for some time.

But then I saw this innovative solution to the Hammersmith Bridge problem.

Note.

1. Hammersmith Bridge is still closed.
2. A floating bridge has been added alongside for pedestrians and cyclists.
3. The floating bridge uses parts of the old Blackfriars pier.
4. There is an innovative floating pontoon, which is activated by the current, that is used in the middle of the river to transfer passengers across.
5. New Civil Engineer thinks, the temporary bridge could become a tourist attraction.

The design made me smile.

October 16, 2020 - Posted by AnonW | Design, Transport, World | Bridges, Hammersmith Bridge, Innovation, River Thames